Just One

Michelle hastily pulled her sweater on and ran outdoors. The sun was too bright to look at, but she took her time gazing at the grass and trees. No matter how much she treasured this glorious spring day, though, she mayn’t forget her mission: “Bring two eggs to Grandma’s house—and don’t waste time and don’t break the eggs.” That’s what Mother had said. Michelle clutched the paper sack that held the eggs and began her walk. It wasn’t far to Grandma’s house. But even before she left her own...